US Marshals Capture Escaped Fugitive in Dominican Republic
Authorities apprehended Sherman Kemp in Santo Domingo and transported him back to Miami.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Drug Crime
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US Marshals and Dominican authorities captured fugitive Sherman Kemp in Santo Domingo after he escaped federal custody in Miami. Kemp is serving a 27-year sentence for drug and gun crimes.
Why it matters
Kemp's recapture ends a high-profile search following his September escape from federal supervision. He is now back in custody to resume serving his lengthy prison term.
Kemp is serving a 27-year, or 324-month, federal sentence for four counts of cocaine conspiracy and gun possession. He remains in custody following his October 23 transfer to Miami.
The players
Sherman Kemp
He is a 47-year-old federal inmate serving a 27-year sentence who appeared in a 2004 video titled Stop Snitching.
US Marshals
This federal agency is responsible for the protection of the federal judiciary and the apprehension of federal fugitives.
Dirección Nacional de Control de Drogas
This is the primary Dominican agency tasked with drug interdiction and cooperation with international law enforcement partners.
The details
Dominican authorities and the US Marshals' Foreign Field Office Fugitive Investigative Unit located Kemp on Leonardo Da Vinci street in the Distrito Nacional. The 47-year-old was previously featured in the 2004 video titled Stop Snitching.
Timeline
September 10, 2026: Kemp escaped from federal custody in Miami.
September 13, 2026: A federal judge signed an arrest warrant for escape.
October 22, 2026: Authorities arrested Kemp in Santo Domingo.
October 23, 2026: Authorities transported Kemp to Miami.
November 30, 2026: Trial of two Dominican drug agents begins.
Legal Context
Kemp's arrest aligns with increased international cooperation between US Marshals and the Dirección Nacional de Control de Drogas. This apprehension follows a pattern of high-stakes fugitive recovery operations in the Caribbean.
The return of a high-risk fugitive to federal custody increases safety for the Miami area. Residents can expect continued legal proceedings as the investigation into his initial escape remains active.
The takeaway
Kemp's swift capture highlights the effectiveness of international cooperation in tracking down federal fugitives. Citizens are reminded that escape from federal custody results in extended legal penalties and intensified manhunts.
What happens next
A trial involving two Dominican drug agents is set to begin in Miami on November 30, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on ongoing regional investigations, see our coverage of Drug Crime.
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